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NOV 3 – 5
Contact: beyond@gbsn.org
Join Us at GBSN Beyond 2025 in Accra, Ghana!
GBSN Beyond will be held in Accra, Ghana November 3-5, 2025 and hosted by Ashesi University, with the November 3 GBSN Members Meeting hosted by CEIBS Accra.
Immerse yourself in a transformative experience at GBSN Beyond, the annual conference that brings together business school leaders, industry professionals, and government representatives from around the world. Engage in dynamic learning experiences, participate in knowledge exchanges, and seize networking opportunities with peers to develop actionable solutions for global challenges.
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About Accra: Accra, the bustling capital city of Ghana, is a vibrant hub that seamlessly blends rich history with modern urban life. Nestled along the Gulf of Guinea, Accra is characterized by its lively markets, such as the famous Makola Market, colorful street art, and a diverse culinary scene that reflects the country’s cultural heritage. The city boasts historical landmarks like Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park, the W.E.B. Du Bois Centre for Panafrican Culture, and Osu Castle, alongside contemporary attractions such as the busy Osu district, where visitors can explore trendy shops, cafes, and nightlife. With its warm climate and friendly locals, Accra offers a unique and welcoming atmosphere for both residents and travelers alike.
Business schools are ideally placed to be the nexus between government, business and civil society in shaping a collective response to our most critical challenges.
GBSN Beyond is about breaking the traditional boundaries of business education. It highlights and supports business school efforts to transform society—to build more inclusive and sustainable communities, especially in the developing world.
As GBSN enters the 22nd year since its founding, we continue to learn, grow, and evolve through partnership with our members. The conference offers a program of keynotes, panel discussions, lightning talks, networking activities, and more. Go Beyond the ordinary and join us as we convene to develop actionable solutions.
A vibrant hub of exchange, learning, collaboration and discussion.
GBSN Beyond — in its sixth year since its evolution from a traditional annual conference format — serves as a unique and intimate international forum.
With an innovative approach to what a conference can be, GBSN Beyond provides a variety of engaging learning experiences, knowledge exchanges, and opportunities to network and connect with colleagues from across the globe.
The conference offers a program of keynotes, panel discussions, lightning talks, networking activities, and more. Go Beyond the ordinary and join us as we convene to develop actionable solutions.
ACADEMIA
University leaders, including Rectors, Deans, Directors and Administrators from developed, emerging and frontier markets. Students welcomed virtually.
INDUSTRY
Professionals from industry dedicated to addressing economic and social challenges effectively and efficiently.
GOVERNMENT AND CIVIL SOCIETY
Professionals from industry, aid organizations, and civil society dedicated to addressing economic and social challenges effectively and efficiently.